Many everyday foods, including Hood dairy products, list the protein per serving on the label.

Use Protein to Curb Snack Calories

Nighttime noshing can pack on the pounds, but the morning meal can help you resist food cravings, says
a recent study
published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Women who included the most protein at breakfast (up to 35 grams) consumed fewer calories from high-calorie snacks later in the day than women who ate less protein in the morning or skipped breakfast. The breakfast-eaters in the study consumed meals with the same calories.

To prevent unnecessary calorie consumption as the day wears on, aim for at least 20 grams of protein at breakfast.

Many of us eat most of our protein at dinnertime, but it's better to spread protein throughout the day.
Evidence
suggests that dietary protein promotes eating satisfaction and helps you feel fuller for longer.

Snacks often come up short on protein, which could leave you hungry and wanting additional food. The best snacks combine carbohydrate and protein to help you feel more satisfied. Here are some examples: